Mets' Lineup: Baty, Polanco, Vientos, Benge

0:00For the New York Mets, it's March 12th, and here's what's going on. The New York Mets are shaping up their 2026 lineup with a mix of veterans and young talent, focusing on versatility at first base, second, third, and the outfield. Brad Bady's strong second half last year, with an on-base plus lugging of 0.829, has impegged for regular designated hitter at bats, and super utility reps across the infield in corners. Meanwhile, Jorge Palanco steps in as the primary first baseman after a solid 2025 with 26 home runs. Mark Viento spaces a tougher path after a down year, hitting just 0.233 with 17 homeers in 463 plate. Appearances. He's likely headed for a putune at designated hitter and occasional infield spells, especially against lefties, making him more of a bench option. The deeper Mets lineup could boost his power upside if he rebounds like he did in 2024.

1:00In centerfield, Luis Robert Jr. brings speed and pop if he stays healthy. Projective for 18 home runs and 24 steals, despite past. In consistencies, rookie Carson Benjay could claim right field after tearing through the minors with 15 homeers and 22 steals, though he'll need to prove it. In spring training against Big Lee Pitching, projections from Zip SC Bady slashing point 251 over 0.427 in nearly 500 plate appearances, while Palanco lands at 0.253 with 21 homeers. Robert's floor is everyday center with middle-order potential and banged might add 72 runs in deeper leagues. For fantasy players, these Mets offer late-round value grab, Bady for upside, Polanco for multi-position eligibility, but monitor Vientos and Benjrayon. Wabers as roles shake out early in the season. A message from our sponsor supports today's story. Press play. Put your head down. The sound is already there.

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